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"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden"

"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden", by Lucas van Doetechum, ink, 1564
"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden", by Lucas van Doetechum, ink, 1564

"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden" is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Lucas van Doetechum. It dates from 1564 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The etching 'Beveynsde Hil' and 'Listighe Jorden' is a print created by Lucas van Doetechum around 1564.

Subject & Meaning

The print features two oval portraits of men wearing head coverings, depicted from the chest up against a light-colored background with visible horizontal lines.

Technique & Style

Executed in etching, the work is characterized by simplicity and elegance, with a focus on the subjects' faces and headgear.

Context

This work is associated with the Renaissance movement, a cultural and artistic phenomenon of 14th to 17th century Europe.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lucas van Doetechum

Artist

Lucas van Doetechum

Lucas van Doetechum (1501–1579) was an artist, born in Deventer.

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Who painted "Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden"?

"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden" was painted by Lucas van Doetechum in 1564.

Where can I see "Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden"?

"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden" is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is "Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden"?

"Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden" is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of "Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden"?

Museum-quality prints of "Beveynsde Hil" and "Listighe Jorden" are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.